RV RENTALS TACOMA

Whether you are a car enthusiast or just along for the ride, the America’s Car Museum of Tacoma will amaze you. With 165,000 square feet hosting three-hundred-fifty gleaming, perfectly restored cars, trucks and motorcycles, you won’t be disappointed. The museum is host to the largest car collection in America. Whether it’s muscle cars that interest you, or rare classics, you will definitely want to stop by on your RV rental vacation! As the best RV rentals Tacoma location in the area, all of our RVs offer a convenient way to check out this amazing museum and many others.

America’s Car Museum in Tacoma doesn’t stop with simply showcasing the collection, however. There are events and classes as well as seminars and hands-on workshops. If your RV rental trip lands on the third Saturday of the month, you can take your kids or grandkids to Family Steam Days where you all can “design, build, tinker and team together as you explore the world of automobiles and its relation to science, technology, engineering, art and math.” Sounds like a great time to us!

If America’s Car Museum still doesn’t satisfy your car cravings, you can take your RV rental to nearby Spanaway, just south of Tacoma, and see the rest of Harold LeMay’s collection at the historical Marymount. You might take a self-guided tour through the vast showrooms, or choose a guided tour with a historical emphasis. Far more than just a museum, opportunities abound at Marymount! You can drive a Model T, have a tea party, join in at Motorcycle Days or enjoy an evening of fine wine, chocolate and cars.

Marymount has an abundant collection in every genre of automobile possible. Muscle cars, trucks, motorcycles and classics. Be sure to look for the 1948 Lincoln Continental 2-door Club Coupe, an instant and hard to find classic. Or the 1935 BSA Model 105 Saloon, an extremely rare car. The great thing about the Tacoma Marymount Collection is that it is constantly changing. With 3000 cars in the collection, different cars are showcased at different times, so no matter how many times you visit, you’ll always see something new! A visit in your RV rental to Tacoma wouldn’t be complete without a stop at either–or both–car museums!

If the sun is out, Mt. Rainier is hard to miss, especially in Tacoma, WA! The iconic symbol of Washington state towers above the range surrounding it. In fact, at 14,410 feet above sea level, it towers over the whole Pacific Northwest! But seeing it from a distance is a whole different thing than visiting Mt. Rainier National Park in person. So once you’re done dining, visiting animals at Pt. Defiance Zoo and drooling over classic cars in Tacoma, Mt. Rainier is the perfect place to take your RV rental next!

Only an hour and a half drive from Tacoma, WA, Mt. Rainier National Forest has plenty to do, with five developed areas, three visitor’s centers, a museum and several ranger stations. At 368 square miles, you won’t run out of roads to travel in your RV rental! The park has four campgrounds to choose from, Cougar Rock, White River, Ohanepecosh and Mowich Lake. Check ahead of time to see if they are RV friendly so you can be prepared.

So, where to take your RV rental in this vast National Park? What to do first? If it’s one of the many glaciers on the mountain that you are most interested in seeing, we recommend either the Glacier Basin Trail, the Emmons Moraine Trail or the Carbon Glacier Trail. Just remember to stay on the trail and away from the glacier! Along the way, take in the meadows of alpine wildflowers and of course, the majesty of the mountain itself. All this is just a short drive from Tacoma, WA! So if you’re looking for RV rentals Tacoma, any one of our camper vans or motorhomes is a great way to check out this natural wonder.

Along with the many trails to hike, there are also alpine lakes and rivers to visit in your RV rental. Mowich Lake is the largest and deepest lake in Mt. Rainier National Forest. It is open to non-motorized boating, and of course, fishing and swimming. White River is bordered by towering old growth forest, and is a hot spot for campers and climbers. The peaceful Green Lake is a three mile hike, and so very worth it with its lush forest and partial views of Tolmie Peak. As you can see, there is so much to do during your RV rentals Tacoma vacation!

Speaking of lush forests, Mt. Rainier National Park is home to a rainforest as well. Take this quarter mile hike to experience the only true temperate inland rainforest in the national park. All of this is only a sampling of all there is to do for a truly Pacific Northwest experience. Who knew there was so much within reach of Tacoma, WA in your RV rental?

Setting up camp at a National Park opens up a slew of affordable and lovely campsites and amazing vacation destinations. But you should know, camping at a National Park can be very different from your average RV resort. From campgrounds built in the 50’s to accommodate older RVs to different rules than you typically see at privately owned resorts, preparing for your national park RV rentals Tacoma getaway will go more smoothly if you keep these preparation tips in mind.

A large number of national park campgrounds are reached by windy and narrow roads, sometimes even gravel roads, because they are located in remote places. The best place to find special information on the road leading into your campground is on the park’s website under the “Things to Know Before You Come” section. Another great tool for navigating roads with your RV rental is a GPS system made specifically for RVs. These systems will not only give directions, but will let you know of any special road conditions, such as width, for RVs. Before your RV rentals Tacoma vacation, it’s a good idea to do some research beforehand on where you want to explore.

It has happened to more RV campers than you can imagine. They find an awesome destination, get excited, hop in their RV rental, and show up at the campground only to try and squeeze into a camp site that is simply too small. This can be avoided by knowing the exact measurements of your RV rental including tow vehicle (if applicable), with any slide outs extended, with the height of the air conditioner, etc–ahead of time. When you know these measurements you can look up the size of campsites on the park website or call the ranger station to ask if your specific RV will fit.

National park campgrounds are designed to enjoy the environment in its natural state and beauty as much as possible. Since the goal of national parks is to maintain the natural beauty of the area you may find campsites with features like rocks, thick trees, and hilly terrain that can make it tricky to fit your RV rental into. Thoroughly study the campground website to learn all you can about the camping spaces. Another way to learn about the finer details of the campground is to check out travel forums and read reviews of people who have stayed there in the past.

Some national park campgrounds are outfitted with RV hookups and modern amenities like a communal bathroom and pay showers, but many do not have any of these options. In these cases you will be doing what is referred to as Boondocking, or camping without hookups. If you have never boondocked you will need to know how your RV rental works using only batteries and perhaps even a generator. Knowing how much power the appliances consume and how long you can go using the battery to power your RV rental will be essential to a comfortable stay.

If you are at a national park that only offers boondock camping, know that there will likely be rules on the use of your generator. For example, some parks allow generator use, but only during sunlight hours. The best way to get use out of your generator and stay within the rules while also being a good fellow camper is to recharge your batteries for a short time just before sunset everyday.

Ready to get out on the road and enjoy some national parks in your RV rental? Our RV rentals Tacoma fleet offers a luxury glamping experience that can’t be beat! Please feel free to browse our website or contact us anytime for more tips on how to make your RV rental vacation the best it can be. NW Adventure Rentals has a luxurious fleet of motorhomes and travel trailers, conveniently located in the Pacific Northwest at our Seattle WA location! Let us help you have a great RV rental adventure!